Week of May 25

Upcoming Dates: 

May 25: Memorial Day (No School)

May 26: Field Day, weather permitting

May 28: First Grade Celebration (Students only) See you child's teacher's email for sign up link

May 29: Last Day of School

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art 

Homework: 

• i-Ready: We will resume the i-Ready Reading and Math Lessons at home, up to 4 reading and 4 math lessons per week. Great News!  i-Ready online lessons will be available to all students until July 17th.

• Just Right Books: We are collecting book baggie books this week.  Please check at home for any books.

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back this week.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 109 & 110

Lesson 109- drop the -e spelling change.  Examples are bake, baked, and baking.

Lesson 110- y to i spelling change.  Examples are fry, fries and fried.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 10- Exploring Sound, Light and Heat 

A ray of light shines through your window waking you up.  You can feel the warmth on your skin.  A screeching siren tells you to get out of the way.  A flash of lightning and a clap of thunder mean it's time to go inside.  A campfire provides heat that can cook food and keep you warm.  We see, hear, and feel the energy of sound, light and heat everywhere. Essential question:

How would our lives be different without sound, light and heat?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 26:  In lesson 26, students will learn to use different objects to measure lengths. 

OPTIONAL Lesson 27:  Money, In lesson 27, students will learn to identify coins and their values and find the total value of sets of coins. 

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: May - Thinker

How PYP Thinkers Approach Learning

PYP Thinkers use critical and creative thinking skills to make sense of the world around them . They approach learning with curiosity and purpose, asking thoughtful questions  and seeking meaningful solutions .

These students analyze information, make connections , and consider different perspectives  before drawing conclusions. They are problem-solvers  who are willing to take risks , try new strategies, and reflect on their thinking .

PYP Thinkers don’t just accept information, they evaluate it . They use logic, reasoning, and evidence to support their ideas and decisions . Whether working independently or collaboratively , they apply their thinking skills across subjects and real-life situations.

Ultimately, Thinker students take ownership of their learning by being thoughtful, reflective, and open to new ideas.

Week of May 18

Upcoming Dates: 

May 22: Field Day, weather permitting

May 25: Memorial Day (No School)

May 28: First Grade Celebration (Students only)

May 29: Last Day of School

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music 

Homework: 

• i-Ready: We will resume the i-Ready Reading and Math Lessons at home, up to 4 reading and 4 math lessons per week.   i-Ready online lessons will be available to all students until July 17th.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back at the end of the month.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 107 & 108

Lesson 107- double consonant for -ed, -ing.  Examples are hug, hugged, and hugging.

Lesson 108- double consonant for -er, -est.  Examples are big, bigger,  and biggest.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 10- Exploring Sound, Light and Heat 

A ray of light shines through your window waking you up.  You can feel the warmth on your skin.  A screeching siren tells you to get out of the way.  A flash of lightning and a clap of thunder mean it's time to go inside.  A campfire provides heat that can cook food and keep you warm.  We see, hear, and feel the energy of sound, light and heat everywhere. Essential question:

How would our lives be different without sound, light and heat?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 25

Students will line up three objects at one end to compare their lengths or heights.  Students will put the objects in order from shortest to longest (or tallest), or from longest (or tallest) to shortest.

Lesson 26:  In lesson 26, students will learn to use different objects to measure lengths.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: May - Thinker

How PYP Thinkers Approach Learning

PYP Thinkers use critical and creative thinking skills to make sense of the world around them . They approach learning with curiosity and purpose, asking thoughtful questions  and seeking meaningful solutions .

These students analyze information, make connections , and consider different perspectives  before drawing conclusions. They are problem-solvers  who are willing to take risks , try new strategies, and reflect on their thinking .

PYP Thinkers don’t just accept information, they evaluate it . They use logic, reasoning, and evidence to support their ideas and decisions . Whether working independently or collaboratively , they apply their thinking skills across subjects and real-life situations.

Ultimately, Thinker students take ownership of their learning by being thoughtful, reflective, and open to new ideas.

Week of May 11

Upcoming Dates: 

May 11:  i-Ready End of Year Math Diagnostic Continues- No i-Ready Math Lessons at home until complete

May 11-15: Red Ribbon Week. 

Monday- Wear Red ❤️🍎 🎈(Red-y to make good choices) ❤️

Tuesday- Wear your shirt backwards  👕↪️ (Turn your back to drugs)

Wednesday- Super Hero Day 🦸🏻 (Be a hero, stay drug free) 

Thursday- Hat day and/or funny socks 🧢 🧦(from head to toe, I'll say no)

Friday- Pajama day 💤 (Put drugs to sleep)

May 22: Field Day, weather permitting

May 25: Memorial Day (No School)

May 28: First Grade Celebration (Students only)

May 29: Last Day of School

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish 

Homework: 

• i-Ready: We will  pause the i-Ready Reading and Math Lessons until the diagnostic assessments are complete.  

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back at the end of the month.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 101 & 103

Lesson 101- spelling pattern is suffix -ly at the end of words.  Examples are badly, sadly, slowly and safely.

Lesson 103- spelling pattern is prefix un- at the beginning of words.  Examples are undo, untrue, unlock and unkind.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 9- Good and Services 

We use goods and services.  People buy goods and services to get what they need and want.  The food you eat is a good.  Your teacher provides you a service.  Each person can make and do some things, but no one can do everything.  Essential question: Why do people trade with each other?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 25

Students will line up three objects at one end to compare their lengths or heights.  Students will put the objects in order from shortest to longest (or tallest), or from longest (or tallest) to shortest.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: May - Thinker

How PYP Thinkers Approach Learning

PYP Thinkers use critical and creative thinking skills to make sense of the world around them . They approach learning with curiosity and purpose, asking thoughtful questions  and seeking meaningful solutions .

These students analyze information, make connections , and consider different perspectives  before drawing conclusions. They are problem-solvers  who are willing to take risks , try new strategies, and reflect on their thinking .

PYP Thinkers don’t just accept information, they evaluate it . They use logic, reasoning, and evidence to support their ideas and decisions . Whether working independently or collaboratively , they apply their thinking skills across subjects and real-life situations.

Ultimately, Thinker students take ownership of their learning by being thoughtful, reflective, and open to new ideas .

Week of May 4

Upcoming Dates: 

May 5:  i-Ready End of Year Math Diagnostic Window Opens- No i-Ready Math Lessons at home until complete

May 8: RRE School Glow Dance

May 22: Field Day, weather permitting

May 25: Memorial Day (No School)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art 

Homework: 

• i-Ready: We will  pause the i-Ready Reading and Math Lessons until the diagnostic assessments are complete.  

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back at the end of the month.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 99 & 100

Lesson 99- spelling pattern is -s, -es. Examples are parts, shows, wishes, dresses, matches, and rushes. 

Lesson 100- spelling pattern is -er and -est at the end of adjectives.  Examples are sharper, warmer, sharpest and warmest.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 9- Good and Services 

We use goods and services.  People buy goods and services to get what they need and want.  The food you eat is a good.  Your teacher provides you a service.  Each person can make and do some things, but no one can do everything.  Essential question: Why do people trade with each other?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 24

In lesson 24, students will learn to tell time on the hour and half hour.  The analog and digital clocks will be introduced as tools for telling time.  We will learn about the minute and hour hands on an analog clock and comparing telling time on a digital.  

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: May - Thinker

How PYP Thinkers Approach Learning

PYP Thinkers use critical and creative thinking skills to make sense of the world around them . They approach learning with curiosity and purpose, asking thoughtful questions  and seeking meaningful solutions .

These students analyze information, make connections , and consider different perspectives  before drawing conclusions. They are problem-solvers  who are willing to take risks , try new strategies, and reflect on their thinking .

PYP Thinkers don’t just accept information, they evaluate it . They use logic, reasoning, and evidence to support their ideas and decisions . Whether working independently or collaboratively , they apply their thinking skills across subjects and real-life situations.

Ultimately, Thinker students take ownership of their learning by being thoughtful, reflective, and open to new ideas .

Week of March 30

Upcoming Dates: 

March 31: Reading Log Due

April 24: Professional Development Day (No School)

April 27: No School

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back at the end of the month.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 86 & 87

Lesson 86- spelling pattern is oa, ow, oe  spell long o. Examples are boat, grow and toe.

Lesson 87- spelling pattern is ie and igh  spell long i. Examples are pie, right and flight.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 8- Observing the Sky

We can see different objects in the sky depending on the time and season.  During the day, the sun gives us light and heat.  The moon  is always in the sky, but it seems to look different at different times.  On a clear night, we can see stars and planets. People all over the world watch the sky and its changes.  Essential question:  Why do the sun and moon capture our imagination?

Math:

Ready Math:

Lesson 20: In lesson 20, students will learn to add a one digit number to a two digit number by breaking apart and putting together numbers.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of March 23

Upcoming Dates: 

March 27: Address Homework is due

March 31: March Reading Logs are due

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 84 and 85 

Lesson 84- spelling pattern is  ai, ay,  spell long a. Examples are main, paint and say.

Lesson 85- spelling pattern is ee, ea, ey  spell long e. Examples are seed, clean and monkey.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: Lesson 19:  Students will add a one digit number to a two digit number. Students will understand that ones can be added to the ones and tens can be added to the tens.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

April - Reflective

These students thoughtfully consider the world and their own ideas and experience. They work to understand their strengths and weaknesses 

in order to support their learning and personal development.

How can parents help to develop students who are reflective at home?

• Spend some time reviewing your child’s report card with them. They should have the opportunity to look at this document and consider it as well. Discuss it with them and truly consider their thoughts on their strengths and areas for improvement.

• Consider the goals that your child could set for the next term. Make a list not only of the goals but of specific actions that can be taken to achieve these goals. You might want to list actions that your child will take independently as well as actions parents will take to support them. For example, if one of the goals your child sets is to improve their writing, their action might be to keep a journal and write in it for at least 10 minutes each night. As a parent, you might decide that the two of you will participate in shared writing, for 30 minutes each week and produce a book of narratives together.

• Consider your child’s Learner Profile Self-Assessment. Ask your child to clarify for you and explain why he/she rated their performance the way they did. Can they give an example of an area in which he/she is particularly strong? How do they know that this is a strong point? Can they set specific goals for improvement in other areas?

Reflective Picture Books

Week of March 9

Upcoming Dates: 

March 9: Pajama Day 

March 9-12: Book Fair📚

March 10: PTO Meeting (6pm)

March 11-12: Student Led Conferences 

March 16-20:  Spring Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: 

Mrs. Trujillo: 

Ms. Youngberg: 

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lessons 82 & 83

Lesson 82- spelling pattern is  er, ir, ur, w+or  spell /er/ . Examples are fern, urge, third, and work.

Lesson 83- spelling pattern is r controlled vowels review. Examples are star, north, more, serve, turn, third, and work.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: We will work to finish lesson 18 and take the quiz before spring break. 

Lesson 18: In lesson 18, students will be able to add and subtract tens. Students will be able to add tens to any two digit number.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of March 2

Upcoming Dates: 

March 9: Pajama Day 

March 9-12: Book Fair📚

March 10: PTO Meeting (6pm)

March 11-12: Student Led Conferences 

March 16-20:  Spring Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 80 & 81

Lesson 80- spelling pattern is er . Examples are fern, serve, letter, and number.

Lesson 81- spelling pattern is ir and ur spell /er/ . Examples are turn, urge, bird, and third.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: We will work on the Unit 6 Assessment before beginning Unit 7. 

Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: First graders will finish Lesson 17 at the beginning of the week and take the quiz. This will finish our Unit 4 of math and we will work through the Unit 4 Assessment before beginning Lesson 18. 

Lesson 18: In lesson 18, students will be able to add and subtract tens. Students will be able to add tens to any two digit number.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of April

Upcoming Dates: 

Date-

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 88 & 89

Benchmark Readers Workshop: 

Math:

Ready Math:

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: 

Week of March 30

Upcoming Dates: 

March 31: Reading Log Due

April 24: Professional Development Day (No School)

April 27: No School

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Reading Log: Each night you read with your student for 15 minutes fill in one of the icons on their reading log. Send it back at the end of the month.

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 86 & 87

Lesson 86- spelling pattern is oa, ow, oe  spell long o. Examples are boat, grow and toe.

Lesson 87- spelling pattern is ie and igh  spell long i. Examples are pie, right and flight.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 8- Observing the Sky

We can see different objects in the sky depending on the time and season.  During the day, the sun gives us light and heat.  The moon  is always in the sky, but it seems to look different at different times.  On a clear night, we can see stars and planets. People all over the world watch the sky and its changes.  Essential question:  Why do the sun and moon capture our imagination?

Math:

Ready Math:

Lesson 20: In lesson 20, students will learn to add a one digit number to a two digit number by breaking apart and putting together numbers.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of March 23

Upcoming Dates: 

March 27: Address Homework is due

March 31: March Reading Logs are due

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 84 and 85 

Lesson 84- spelling pattern is  ai, ay,  spell long a. Examples are main, paint and say.

Lesson 85- spelling pattern is ee, ea, ey  spell long e. Examples are seed, clean and monkey.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: Lesson 19:  Students will add a one digit number to a two digit number. Students will understand that ones can be added to the ones and tens can be added to the tens.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

April - Reflective

These students thoughtfully consider the world and their own ideas and experience. They work to understand their strengths and weaknesses 

in order to support their learning and personal development.

How can parents help to develop students who are reflective at home?

• Spend some time reviewing your child’s report card with them. They should have the opportunity to look at this document and consider it as well. Discuss it with them and truly consider their thoughts on their strengths and areas for improvement.

• Consider the goals that your child could set for the next term. Make a list not only of the goals but of specific actions that can be taken to achieve these goals. You might want to list actions that your child will take independently as well as actions parents will take to support them. For example, if one of the goals your child sets is to improve their writing, their action might be to keep a journal and write in it for at least 10 minutes each night. As a parent, you might decide that the two of you will participate in shared writing, for 30 minutes each week and produce a book of narratives together.

• Consider your child’s Learner Profile Self-Assessment. Ask your child to clarify for you and explain why he/she rated their performance the way they did. Can they give an example of an area in which he/she is particularly strong? How do they know that this is a strong point? Can they set specific goals for improvement in other areas?

Reflective Picture Books

Week of March 9

Upcoming Dates: 

March 9: Pajama Day 

March 9-12: Book Fair📚

March 10: PTO Meeting (6pm)

March 11-12: Student Led Conferences 

March 16-20:  Spring Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: 

Mrs. Trujillo: 

Ms. Youngberg: 

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lessons 82 & 83

Lesson 82- spelling pattern is  er, ir, ur, w+or  spell /er/ . Examples are fern, urge, third, and work.

Lesson 83- spelling pattern is r controlled vowels review. Examples are star, north, more, serve, turn, third, and work.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: We will work to finish lesson 18 and take the quiz before spring break. 

Lesson 18: In lesson 18, students will be able to add and subtract tens. Students will be able to add tens to any two digit number.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of March 2

Upcoming Dates: 

March 9: Pajama Day 

March 9-12: Book Fair📚

March 10: PTO Meeting (6pm)

March 11-12: Student Led Conferences 

March 16-20:  Spring Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 80 & 81

Lesson 80- spelling pattern is er . Examples are fern, serve, letter, and number.

Lesson 81- spelling pattern is ir and ur spell /er/ . Examples are turn, urge, bird, and third.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: We will work on the Unit 6 Assessment before beginning Unit 7. 

Unit 7- Past, Present, and Future

In this unit students will learn how the world is changing every minute. People change over time.  Ideas and daily life change, too.  Technology that is new today may seem old in the future.  We study the past to find out how things change. Essential question: Why is the past important?

Math:

Ready Math: First graders will finish Lesson 17 at the beginning of the week and take the quiz. This will finish our Unit 4 of math and we will work through the Unit 4 Assessment before beginning Lesson 18. 

Lesson 18: In lesson 18, students will be able to add and subtract tens. Students will be able to add tens to any two digit number.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: March - Principled

Students (& Adults) who are Principled have a sense of fairness and are honest with themselves and with others. They understand that sometimes there are rules and they must follow them. They have integrity, honesty, a sense of justice, and an understanding of moral reasoning.

How can parents help to develop students who are Principled at home?

• Involve your child in deciding on the rules for a game or activity and then ensure that they stick to the ones that have been decided upon.

• Encourage your child to play games that involve teams. Discuss with your child the qualities of a team player. What sort of person would they want on their team?

• When your child wins a game, insist that he or she is a well-mannered winner. They might thank their opponent or shake hands with them if it’s appropriate.

• When playing a game, don’t change the rules or let your child win. Being a gracious loser is just as important as being a good winner.

• acting with integrity and honesty

• having a strong sense of fairness and justice

• respecting the dignity and rights of all people

• taking responsibility for actions and consequences

• showing gratitude and not taking things for granted

• showing patience and self-discipline

• embracing people’s differences

• considering the big picture when making decisions

26 Picture Books about Integrity and Principles

Week of February 22

Upcoming Dates: 

February 24-26: Silent Auction

February 24: Chili Cook Off 🌶️ (6-7pm)

February 26: Colorado Map Activity (9:30-11:00)

February 27: Reading Log Due

March 9-12: Book Fair📚

March 11-12: Student Led Conferences (more details to come from your students teacher)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lessons 77 & 78-

Lesson 77- spelling pattern is ar /ar/. Examples are star, marble, large, and far.

Lesson 78- spelling pattern is or, ore /or/. Examples are north, for, sport, and more.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 6- Stories that Teach Many Lessons

In this unit, we will learn about the lessons that we can learn from stories. A lesson is a message the author wants us to think about. We can use the messages from stories to help us think about how we should act in our real lives. Essential question: What can we learn from a mistake?

Math:

Ready Math: We will take the Lesson 16 quiz at the beginning of the week and then begin Lesson 17. 

Lesson 17: In lesson 17, students will be learning how to compare two-digit numbers using tens and ones. They will be using > (greater than), < (less than), and = (equal to) signs to compare two numbers.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: February - Open-Minded

An Open-Minded person knows that all people are different. They listen to the points of view of others and consider many possibilities before making a decision. They celebrate the differences that make all people unique.

"Open-minded students respect the views, values, and traditions of other individuals and cultures, and are accustomed to seeking and considering a range of points of view."

How can parents help to develop this Open-Minded trait at home?

• Encourage your child to try new things – new foods, new games, and new activities.

• Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations, and traditions, and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way.

• Encourage your child to listen to others when they speak.

• Introduce literature about many different cultures into your home library. Be sure that it is appropriate and reflects the culture appropriately.

• When you observe your child being Open-Minded, reinforce this positive behavior and use the PYP learner profile terminology.

Developing open-mindedness in children isn’t really that difficult since they are actually pretty loving and accepting of others around the world. 

Opening their minds to the myriad differences surrounding them is essential to developing an even greater sense of global awareness and international mindedness in a young person who is going to become our future. 

Keeping an open mind can also tie in with being a risk-taker and trying new experiences. These books help to promote the attitude of acceptance and tolerance as well as inspire a need for change. 

 Open-Minded ~ Book List

Open-Minded Books to Support Student Learning (LINK)

Week of February 16

Upcoming Dates: 

February 16: Presidents Day (No School)

February 27: Chili Cook-Off 🌶️ (5:30-7pm)

February 28: Reading Log Due

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics Lessons 75 and 76

Lesson 75- spelling pattern is -le at the end of words. Examples are puddle, simple, handle,  and table. 

Lesson 76- spelling pattern is endings pattern review. The endings we will review are VCC (-ild, -old, -ind, -olt, -ost), y spells long /i/,  y spells long /e/, and cLE. Please see Lesson 72-Lesson 75 for examples of words that follow the rules. 

Benchmark Readers Workshop:  Unit 6- Stories that Teach Many Lessons

In this unit, we will learn about the lessons that we can learn from stories. A lesson is a message the author wants us to think about. We can use the messages from stories to help us think about how we should act in our real lives. Essential question: What can we learn from a mistake?

Math:

Ready Math:

Lesson 16: Students will continue learning about place value.  They will recognize that the value of a digit in a two-digit number is connected to the number of tens and ones in the number.  They will explore patterns in digits when numbers are organized into rows and columns of a 120 chart.  Students will also understand that 10 more or 10 less than a number results in a change in the tens digit, but the ones digit remains the same.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  February-Open Minded  

An Open-Minded person knows that all people are different. They listen to the points of view of others and consider many possibilities before making a decision. They celebrate the differences that make all people unique.

"Open-minded students respect the views, values, and traditions of other individuals and cultures, and are accustomed to seeking and considering a range of points of view."

How can parents help to develop this Open-Minded trait at home?

• Encourage your child to try new things – new foods, new games, and new activities.

• Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations, and traditions, and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way.

• Encourage your child to listen to others when they speak.

• Introduce literature about many different cultures into your home library. Be sure that it is appropriate and reflects the culture appropriately.

• When you observe your child being Open-Minded, reinforce this positive behavior and use the PYP learner profile terminology.

Developing open-mindedness in children isn’t really that difficult since they are actually pretty loving and accepting of others around the world. 

Opening their minds to the myriad differences surrounding them is essential to developing an even greater sense of global awareness and international mindedness in a young person who is going to become our future. 

Keeping an open mind can also tie in with being a risk-taker and trying new experiences. These books help to promote the attitude of acceptance and tolerance as well as inspire a need for change. 

 Open-Minded ~ Book List

Open-Minded Books to Support Student Learning (LINK)

Week of February 9 

Upcoming Dates: 

February 10: PTO Meeting (6pm in library)

February 12: Friendship Celebration💗 (information from your child's teacher)

February 13: No School (PD Day)

February 16: Presidents Day (No School)

February 27: Chili Cook-Off 🌶️ (5:30-7pm)

February 28: Reading Log Due

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lessons 73 & 74

Lesson 73- spelling pattern is  y spells long /i/ at the end of words. Examples are sky, my, try,  and sly. 

Lesson 74- spelling pattern is  y spells long /e/ at the end of words. Examples are party, puppy, baby, and sunny. 

Benchmark Readers Workshop:  Unit 6- Stories that Teach Many Lessons

In this unit, we will learn about the lessons that we can learn from stories. A lesson is a message the author wants us to think about. We can use the messages from stories to help us think about how we should act in our real lives. Essential question: What can we learn from a mistake?

Math:

Ready Math:

In Lesson 15: Students will learn that two-digit numbers are made up of tens and ones.  They will represent two-digit numbers using objects and numbers.  Students will learn about place value and will begin to recognize that the value of a digit in a two-digit number is connected to the number of tens and ones in the number.  They will explore patterns in digits when numbers are organized into rows and columns of a 100 chart.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: February-Open Minded  

An Open-Minded person knows that all people are different. They listen to the points of view of others and consider many possibilities before making a decision. They celebrate the differences that make all people unique.

"Open-minded students respect the views, values, and traditions of other individuals and cultures, and are accustomed to seeking and considering a range of points of view."

How can parents help to develop this Open-Minded trait at home?

• Encourage your child to try new things – new foods, new games, and new activities.

• Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations, and traditions, and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way.

• Encourage your child to listen to others when they speak.

• Introduce literature about many different cultures into your home library. Be sure that it is appropriate and reflects the culture appropriately.

• When you observe your child being Open-Minded, reinforce this positive behavior and use the PYP learner profile terminology.

Developing open-mindedness in children isn’t really that difficult since they are actually pretty loving and accepting of others around the world. 

Opening their minds to the myriad differences surrounding them is essential to developing an even greater sense of global awareness and international mindedness in a young person who is going to become our future. 

Keeping an open mind can also tie in with being a risk-taker and trying new experiences. These books help to promote the attitude of acceptance and tolerance as well as inspire a need for change. 

 Open-Minded ~ Book List

Open-Minded Books to Support Student Learning (LINK)

Week of February 1 

Upcoming Dates: 

February 2-6: Wish Week 

Monday: Future Career Day Dress UpUp🥼🦺👮🏻

Tuesday: Music Genre Dress Up 🎶🤠🎸

Wednesday: Twin/Squad Day Dress Up 👯

Thursday: Green Day (wear green) 💚

Friday: Disney Day Dress Up 🚀👑🐭

February 10: PTO Meeting (6pm in library)

February 12: Friendship Celebration💗 (information from your child's teacher)

February 13: No School (PD Day)

February 16: Presidents Day (No School)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics- Lessons 70 & 72 (first grade does not do Lesson 71):
Lesson 70- spelling pattern is -dge  at the end of words. Examples are dodge, fudge, and  edge.  

Lesson 72- spelling pattern is  VCC at the end of words (-ild, -old, -ind, -olt, -ost). Examples are wild, cold, find, bolt, and post. 

Benchmark Readers Workshop: 

Unit 5- Technology at Work

We will complete the Unit 5 Benchmark Assessment at the beginning of this week and then begin Unit 6.

Unit 6- Stories that Teach Many Lessons

In this unit, we will learn about the lessons that we can learn from stories. A lesson is a message the author wants us to think about. We can use the messages from stories to help us think about how we should act in our real lives. Essential question: What can we learn from a mistake?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 14: Students will complete the quiz for this lesson at the beginning of the week and then students will complete the Unit 3 assessment before beginning the next lesson.

In Lesson 15: Students will learn that two-digit numbers are made up of tens and ones.  They will represent two-digit numbers using objects and numbers.  Students will learn about place value and will begin to recognize that the value of a digit in a two-digit number is connected to the number of tens and ones in the number.  They will explore patterns in digits when numbers are organized into rows and columns of a 100 chart.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: February-Open Minded  

An Open-Minded person knows that all people are different. They listen to the points of view of others and consider many possibilities before making a decision. They celebrate the differences that make all people unique.

"Open-minded students respect the views, values, and traditions of other individuals and cultures, and are accustomed to seeking and considering a range of points of view."

How can parents help to develop this Open-Minded trait at home?

• Encourage your child to try new things – new foods, new games, and new activities.

• Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations, and traditions, and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way.

• Encourage your child to listen to others when they speak.

• Introduce literature about many different cultures into your home library. Be sure that it is appropriate and reflects the culture appropriately.

• When you observe your child being Open-Minded, reinforce this positive behavior and use the PYP learner profile terminology.

Developing open-mindedness in children isn’t really that difficult since they are actually pretty loving and accepting of others around the world. 

Opening their minds to the myriad differences surrounding them is essential to developing an even greater sense of global awareness and international mindedness in a young person who is going to become our future. 

Keeping an open mind can also tie in with being a risk-taker and trying new experiences. These books help to promote the attitude of acceptance and tolerance as well as inspire a need for change. 

 Open-Minded ~ Book List

Open-Minded Books to Support Student Learning (LINK)

Week of January 26

Upcoming Dates: 

February 10: PTO Meeting (6pm in library)

February 12: Friendship CelebrationCelebration💗

February 13: No School (PD Day)

February 16: Presidents Day (No School)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 68 & 69:

Lesson 68- spelling pattern is words that have both open/closed syllables. Examples are basic (ba-sic), secret (se-cret), and begin (be-gin). 

Lesson 69- spelling pattern is -tch /ch/ at the end of words. Examples are watch, ditch, and  fetch. 

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 5- Technology at Work

In this unit, we will read three books about how people use technology at work. In Working with Technology, we will read about some jobs and the technology people use to do the job. Later we will read How to Make a Pulley and learn how one machine helps people do their jobs. As we read, think about how each machine or tool solves a problem on the job. Essential question: What technology do you use to make your day at school easier?

Math:

Ready Math: 

Lesson 14:  Students will learn about True and False Equations. The equal sign (=) is a symbol that means the same as. For an equation to be true, or correct both sides of the equal sign must be the same. If they are not the same the answer is false.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: January - Knowledgeable

Be on the lookout this month for IB learners who strive to be knowledgeable. 

• These students explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

How can parents help to develop students who are Knowledgeable at home?

• Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school. In particular, books in their mother tongue will help your child make more meaningful, lasting connections to what is being taught in their classroom in English.

• Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it:

• “Why do you think that is an important thing to know about?”

• “Can you think of anything happening in the world today that might be similar to that aspect of History?”

• “You’re learning about pulleys and gears at school? This reminds me of your simple machines unit in grade 2… have you noticed any similarities? How is what you’re learning different?”

• Foster any area that your child expresses an interest in with books and activities, but also be sure to encourage them to explore other areas.

• Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.

Knowledgeable Books to Support Student-Led Learning

Knowledgeable Book list

Week of January 19

Upcoming Dates: 

January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)

February 12: Friendship Celebration (2:45-3:20)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 66 & 67b

• Lesson 66- spelling pattern is open and closed syllables. A syllable is a word or part of a word with one vowel sound. Examples of open syllables are go, me, and hi. Examples of open syllables are got, met, and hip.

• Lesson 67b- spelling pattern is closed/closed syllable words. A syllable is a word or part of a word with one vowel sound. Examples are dentist, children,  and chicken.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 5- Technology at Work

In this unit, we will read three books about how people use technology at work. In Working with Technology, we will read about some jobs and the technology people use to do the job. Later we will read How to Make a Pulley and learn how one machine helps people do their jobs. As we read, think about how each machine or tool solves a problem on the job. Essential question: What technology do you use to make your day at school easier?

Math:

Ready Math: We will complete lesson 13 at the beginning of the week and begin lesson 14 afterwards. 

Lesson 14:  Students will learn about True and False Equations. The equal sign (=) is a symbol that means the same as. For an equation to be true, or correct both sides of the equal sign must be the same. If they are not the same the answer is false. Example of a true equation is 5+3 = 4+4

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month: January - Knowledgeable

Be on the lookout this month for IB learners who strive to be knowledgeable. 

• These students explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

How can parents help to develop students who are Knowledgeable at home?

• Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school. In particular, books in their mother tongue will help your child make more meaningful, lasting connections to what is being taught in their classroom in English.

• Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it:

• “Why do you think that is an important thing to know about?”

• “Can you think of anything happening in the world today that might be similar to that aspect of History?”

• “You’re learning about pulleys and gears at school? This reminds me of your simple machines unit in grade 2… have you noticed any similarities? How is what you’re learning different?”

• Foster any area that your child expresses an interest in with books and activities, but also be sure to encourage them to explore other areas.

• Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.

Knowledgeable Books to Support Student-Led Learning

Knowledgeable Book list

Week of January 12

Upcoming Dates: 

January 12: Christmas Around the World Items are due (see your teacher’s email for sign up link)

January 13: PTO Meeting (6-7pm in library)

January 16: Tradition Boxes are due (see your teacher’s email for information)

January 19: No School- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week.  Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently.

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Tradition Box due January 16, (see your teacher’s email for information)

Literacy: 

UFLI Lesson 64 & 65: In Lesson 64, adding -ed to the end of verbs to make them past tense. Examples are: walked, wanted, looked, and yelled. In Lesson 65, adding -ing to the end of verbs. Examples are washing, talking, being, and pulling.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: In Unit 5, we will read three books about how people use technology at work. In Working with Technology, we will read about some jobs and the technology people use to do the job. Later we will read How to Make a Pulley and learn how one machine helps people do their jobs. As we read, think about how each machine or tool solves a problem on the job. What technology do you use to make your day at school easier?

Math:

Ready Math: Lesson 12/13: We will finish lesson 12 and take the quiz at the beginning of the week. Afterwards we will begin lesson 13, where students will learn to collect, sort and compare data. 

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  January - Knowledgeable

Be on the lookout this month for IB learners who strive to be KNOWLEDGEABLE. 

• These students explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

How can parents help to develop students who are Knowledgeable at home?

• Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school. In particular, books in their mother tongue will help your child make more meaningful, lasting connections to what is being taught in their classroom in English.

• Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it:

  • “Why do you think that is an important thing to know about?”

  • “Can you think of anything happening in the world today that might be similar to that aspect of History?”

  • “You’re learning about pulleys and gears at school? This reminds me of your simple machines unit in grade 2… have you noticed any similarities? How is what you’re learning different?”

• Foster any area that your child expresses an interest in with books and activities, but also be sure to encourage them to explore other areas.

• Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.

Knowledgeable Books to Support Student-Led Learning

Knowledgeable Book list

Week of January 5

Upcoming Dates: 

January 5:  Teacher Work Day (no students) 

January 6:  Students return to school

January 12: Christmas Around the World Items are due (see your teacher’s email for sign up link)

January 13: PTO Meeting (6-7pm in library)

January 16: Tradition Boxes are due (see your teacher’s email for information)

January 19: No School- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• Tradition Box due January 16, (see your teacher’s email for information)

Literacy: 

UFLI Lesson 62 & 63: In Lesson 62, silent e exceptions. Examples are: give, live, love, some, and done.

In Lesson 63, adding -es to make plural words ending in -ch, -sh, s, x, and z. Examples are dishes, boxes, lunches, and brushes.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: In Unit 5, we will read three books about how people use technology at work. In Working with Technology, we will read about some jobs and the technology people use to do the job. Later we will read How to Make a Pulley and learn how one machine helps people do their jobs. As we read, think about how each machine or tool solves a problem on the job. What technology do you use to make your day at school easier?

Math:

Ready Math: Lesson 12:  In Lesson 12, we will learn to solve word problems that compare two groups.  Students will find the difference between two groups to tell how many more or how many fewer objects one group has than another.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  January - Knowledgeable

Be on the lookout this month for IB learners who strive to be KNOWLEDGEABLE. 

• These students explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

How can parents help to develop students who are Knowledgeable at home?

• Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school. In particular, books in their mother tongue will help your child make more meaningful, lasting connections to what is being taught in their classroom in English.

• Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it:

  • “Why do you think that is an important thing to know about?”

  • “Can you think of anything happening in the world today that might be similar to that aspect of History?”

  • “You’re learning about pulleys and gears at school? This reminds me of your simple machines unit in grade 2… have you noticed any similarities? How is what you’re learning different?”

• Foster any area that your child expresses an interest in with books and activities, but also be sure to encourage them to explore other areas.

• Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.

Knowledgeable Books to Support Student-Led Learning

Knowledgeable Book list

Week of December 14

Upcoming Dates: 

December 2-17: I-Ready Diagnostic Window  no iReady at home during this time

December 15-18: Spirit Week/Candy Cane Grams for sale

Monday 12/15- Matching Day 

Tuesday 12/13- Crazy Hair Day

Wednesday 12/14-Color Day (first grade wears Orange)

Thursday 12/15- Festive Gear Day

December 18: How We Express Ourselves Rotations (AM)

December 18: Winter Party (PM)  (information from your teacher)

December 19-January 6: Winter Break

iReady Mid-Year Diagnostic Testing:

Continuing this week is our mid-year iReady diagnostic testing for Reading and Math.  It is crucial that each student does his or her best on the test.  During this time, please ensure that your child is well rested and on time for school. We are goal setting with each student so each student is aware of their Stretch Growth Goal. 

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• December Reading Log: Due December 18

Literacy: 

UFLI Lesson 60 & 61: We will be reviewing Lesson 60 where students were taught the spelling pattern for the soft c sound /s/ _ce. Examples are: mice, price, race, and lace. In Lesson 61 students will be taught the soft g sound /j/ _ge. Examples are: change, huge, strange, and change.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: We completed Unit 4 last week and will begin Unit 5 after winter break.

Math:

Ready Math: Lesson 11:   In Lesson 11 students will learn to understand and solve addition and subtraction word problems up to 20.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  December - Inquirer

“We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry, and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.”

• These students develop their natural curiosity. 

• They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. 

• They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

How can parents help to develop students who are Inquirers at home?

• Encourage areas of your child’s interest by visiting the library to borrow books that explore these topics.

• Develop an understanding of the Internet. Work with your son or daughter when the Internet is being used and try to instill the understanding that some Internet sites are not reputable.

• Model being an inquirer. Admit when you don’t know the answer to a problem or a question and seek out answers in front of your child.

Inquirer Book List

December 7

Upcoming Dates:

December 2-17: I-Ready Diagnostic Window  no iReady at home during this time

December 15-18: Spirit Week/Candy Cane Grams for sale

Monday 12/15- Matching Day 

Tuesday 12/13- Crazy Hair Day

Wednesday 12/14-Color Day (first grade wears Orange)

Thursday 12/15- Festive Gear Day

December 18: Winter Party (information from your teacher)

December 19-January 6: Winter Break

iReady Mid-Year Diagnostic Testing:

Starting Tuesday, December 3, we will begin our mid-year iReady diagnostic testing for Reading and Math.  It is crucial that each student does his or her best on the test.  During this time, please ensure that your child is well rested and on time for school.  We are goal setting with each student so each student is aware of their Stretch Growth Goal.  

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework:

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• December Reading Log: Due December 18.

Literacy: 

UFLI Lesson 59 & 60: In Lesson 59 we will be reviewing VCe words that have already been taught. Examples are: mate, bike, stone, eve, tune, and mute. In Lesson 60 students will be taught the spelling pattern for the soft c sound /s/ _ce. Examples are: mice, price, race, and lace.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 4 Week 3: Stories have a narrator.  Students will: Work collaboratively to create a class list of questions, participate in constructive conversation, following rules for discussion.  Share ideas about the unit topic, “Stories Have a Narrator.”  We ask the essential question: How do people create stories?

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 10/11:  We will be finishing Lesson 10 this week and then beginning Lesson 11. In Lesson 11 students will learn to understand and solve addition and subtraction word problems up to 20.

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  December - Inquirer

“We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry, and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.”

• These students develop their natural curiosity. 

• They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. 

• They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

How can parents help to develop students who are Inquirers at home?

• Encourage areas of your child’s interest by visiting the library to borrow books that explore these topics.

• Develop an understanding of the Internet. Work with your son or daughter when the Internet is being used and try to instill the understanding that some Internet sites are not reputable.

• Model being an inquirer. Admit when you don’t know the answer to a problem or a question and seek out answers in front of your child.

Inquirer Book List

December 1 

Upcoming Dates:

December 1-4: RRE Book Fair Book Fair Homepage.

December 2-17: I-Ready Diagnostic Window  no iReady at home during this time

December 5: Snuggly Read-a-thon (information from your teacher)

December 5: PTO Movie Night (5-7pm)

December 18: Winter Party (information to come)

December 19-January 6: Winter Break

iReady Mid-Year Diagnostic Testing:

Continuing this week is our mid-year iReady diagnostic testing for Reading and Math.  It is crucial that each student does his or her best on the test.  During this time, please ensure that your child is well rested and on time for school. We are goal setting with each student so each student is aware of their goal. 

Important Information:

It is starting to get colder outside so please make sure to send your student to school with a warm jacket and dressed for the weather. When sending gloves, hats, jackets, and scarfs please try to have them labeled that way if they get misplaced we can easily locate the item.

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• December Reading Log: Due December 18

Literacy: 

UFLI Lessons 57 & 58: In lesson 57 students will review VCe words and introduce long e consonant e spelling rule: examples are: eve, theme, bike, stone, and tame. In lesson 58 students will be learning spelling patterns for long u u_e /ū/, /yū/: examples are: flute, mute, use, and tube.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 4 Week 2: Stories have a narrator.  Students will:   Work collaboratively to create a class list of questions, participate in constructive conversation, following rules for discussion.  Share ideas about the unit topic, “Stories Have a Narrator.” We ask the essential question: How do people create stories?

Math: 

Ready Math Lesson 10: Students will be working with double facts. They will use doubles facts to solve near doubles facts. 

IB: 

School-Wide I.B. Learner Profile of the Month:  December - Inquirer

“We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry, and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.”

• These students develop their natural curiosity. 

• They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. 

• They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

How can parents help to develop students who are Inquirers at home?

• Encourage areas of your child’s interest by visiting the library to borrow books that explore these topics.

• Develop an understanding of the Internet. Work with your son or daughter when the Internet is being used and try to instill the understanding that some Internet sites are not reputable.

• Model being an inquirer. Admit when you don’t know the answer to a problem or a question and seek out answers in front of your child.

Inquirer Book List

Week of November 17 

Upcoming Dates: 

November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

December 1-4: RRE Book Fair

December 5: Snuggly Read-a-thon (details coming soon)

December 5: PTO Movie Night

Important Information:

It is starting to get colder outside so please make sure to send your student to school with a warm jacket and dressed for the weather. When sending gloves, hats, jackets, and scarfs please try to have them labeled that way if they get misplaced we can easily locate the item.

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• I-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 days of the week. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• November Reading Log: Due November 21

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics Lesson 55 & 56: In lesson 55 we will introduce the long vowel i consonant e spelling rule: examples are slide, kite, bike, and fine. Lesson 56 will introduce the long vowel o consonant e spelling rule: examples are those, close, bone, and note.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 4 Week 1: Stories have a narrator.  Students will:   Work collaboratively to create a class list of questions, participate in constructive conversation, following rules for discussion.  Share ideas about the unit topic, “Stories Have a Narrator.”  

We ask the essential question: How do people create stories?

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 9: We will continue with Lesson 9 where students will work on developing mental math strategies to subtract from a teen number. Students will break apart a number to get a ten, then use this strategy to subtract from a teen number.

IB: 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:  Communicator

In November, be on the lookout for Communicators.

Students who are Communicators express their ideas by speaking, drawing, and writing. They communicate through music, dance, and drama. Language is key to expressing themselves and they can communicate in more than one language. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others too. They can also communicate using mathematical language and symbols.

"To listen well is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well." — John Marshall

How can parents help to develop students who are Communicators at home?

• Encourage your child to stay in touch with relatives and friends who live in other countries by writing letters, using the phone, or sending an email.

• When working on mathematics homework, encourage your child to explain his/her answer to you orally or by drawing a picture.

• Ask your child thought-provoking questions and encourage them to discuss them with you. 

• For example:

  • What would you do if you were scared of someone at school?

  • Is there anything you cannot buy with money?

  • Should you get an allowance? Why or why not?

• Work with your child to improve his/her listening skills. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others.

 Communicator - Book List

35 of the best communication books for children to promote communication in the classroom. LINK

Week of November 10 

Upcoming Dates:

November 14: Night of the Rock Stars (5-7)

November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

December 5: Family Movie Night

Important Information:

It is starting to get colder outside so please make sure to send your student to school with a warm jacket and dressed for the weather. When sending gloves, hats, jackets, and scarfs please try to have them labeled that way if they get misplaced we can easily locate the item.

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade, we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 days of the week. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• November Reading Log: Due November 21

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics Lesson 53 & 54: In lesson 53 we will be reviewing digraphs previously taught. The digraphs will be /-ck/, /sh/, /th/ (voiced and unvoiced), /ch/, /wh/, /ph/,-ng /ŋ/, and -nk /ŋk/. Lesson 54 will introduce the long vowel a consonant e spelling rule: examples are cake, brake, bale, skate, and frame.

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Benchmark Unit 3 Assessment in class.

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 8: 

We finish and take our quiz for Lesson 8, and then start Lesson 9. Students will work on developing mental math strategies to subtract from a teen number. Students will break apart a number to get a ten, then use this strategy to subtract from a teen number.

IB: 

Sharing the Planet - This week our lesson is called, “Why are polar bears white?” We will learn how animal camouflage helps prey and predators hide from one another. 

This week, students were introduced to the idea that the natural world can provide insights for designing products to meet human needs. Students examined the structures of trees that keep them from blowing down in the wind, using their observations to design umbrellas that could stay up in a strong wind. 

You can share another amazing story with your child of how living things can guide the design of man-made materials: the invention of Velcro! This video describes the structure of “hook and loop fasteners” and how the idea for Velcro came from looking closely at seeds, similar to how students’ ideas for improved umbrellas came from looking at trees. 

 http://video.link/w/JUBb. 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:  Communicator

In November, be on the lookout for Communicators.

Students who are Communicators express their ideas by speaking, drawing, and writing. They communicate through music, dance, and drama. Language is key to expressing themselves and they can communicate in more than one language. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others too. They can also communicate using mathematical language and symbols.

"To listen well is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well." — John Marshall

How can parents help to develop students who are Communicators at home?

• Encourage your child to stay in touch with relatives and friends who live in other countries by writing letters, using the phone, or sending an email.

• When working on mathematics homework, encourage your child to explain his/her answer to you orally or by drawing a picture.

• Ask your child thought-provoking questions and encourage them to discuss them with you. 

• For example:

  • What would you do if you were scared of someone at school?

  • Is there anything you cannot buy with money?

  • Should you get an allowance? Why or why not?

• Work with your child to improve his/her listening skills. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others.

 Communicator - Book List

35 of the best communication books for children to promote communication in the classroom. LINK

Week of November 3

Upcoming Dates: 

November 3: Pajama Day

November 11: PTO Meeting (6-7 in Library)

November 14: Night of the Rock Stars (5-7pm) 

November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish 

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade, we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and i-Ready math lesson 4 days of the week. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• November Reading Log: Due November 21

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics Lesson 51 & 52: In lesson 51 we will be introducing the ng /ŋ/ spelling rule: examples are lung, wing, sang, and long.”

Our second spelling rule will be the nk /ŋk/: examples are “sank, rink, and trunk.” 

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 3 Week 2: In our third unit, students will review being a responsible citizen.  They will identify characteristics of good citizenship such as a belief in justice, truth, equality and responsibility.  They will also identify ordinary people who exemplify good citizenship and ways students are good citizens in their community.

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 8:

We will take our Lesson 7 quiz at the beginning of the week and begin lesson 8.  Students will break apart a number to make a ten. Students will learn how to add two numbers by breaking them apart and putting them together using the strategy of making a ten.

IB: 

Sharing the Planet - This week our lesson is called, “Why are polar bears white?” We will learn how animal camouflage helps prey and predators hide from one another. 

You can take Action:  You can continue to support your child’s curiosity at home!  At the end of our lesson, your child will be encouraged to go for a walk in nature to find some camouflaged animals. It is a challenge, but within your child’s reach. Parks are great places to look. One tip for this walk is to hold still and watch for movement among leaves (to find insects) or movement along the ground and trees (to find larger creatures).

Take a trip to your local library and check out some non-fiction animal books. Have those dinner conversations about how we can protect wildlife.

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:  Communicator

In November, be on the lookout for Communicators.

Students who are Communicators express their ideas by speaking, drawing, and writing. They communicate through music, dance, and drama. Language is key to expressing themselves and they can communicate in more than one language. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others too. They can also communicate using mathematical language and symbols.

"To listen well is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well." — John Marshall

How can parents help to develop students who are Communicators at home?

• Encourage your child to stay in touch with relatives and friends who live in other countries by writing letters, using the phone, or sending an email.

• When working on mathematics homework, encourage your child to explain his/her answer to you orally or by drawing a picture.

• Ask your child thought-provoking questions and encourage them to discuss them with you. 

• For example:

  • What would you do if you were scared of someone at school?

  • Is there anything you cannot buy with money?

  • Should you get an allowance? Why or why not?

• Work with your child to improve his/her listening skills. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating with others.

 Communicator - Book List

35 of the best communication books for children to promote communication in the classroom. LINK

Week of October 27

Upcoming Dates: 

October 28: Picture Retakes (morning only)

October 30: In House Field Trip (info emailed by your child's teacher)

October 31: Fall Party (2:45-3:30)

November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade, we ask that your student work on one i-Ready reading and i-Ready math lesson 4 days of the week for 10 minutes each. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night, no more than 3-5 minutes. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• October Reading Log: Due October 31

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 49 & 50. In lesson 49 we will be reviewing digraphs previously taught /sh/, voiced and unvoiced/th/, /ch/: examples are “ship, crush, that, thick, chap, and bench.” Our second spelling rule will be the  /wh/ and /ph/ digraphs: examples are “when, whip, graph, and Phil.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 3 Week 2: In our third unit, students will review being a responsible citizen.  They will identify characteristics of good citizenship such as a belief in justice, truth, equality and responsibility.  They will also identify ordinary people who exemplify good citizenship and ways students are good citizens in their community.

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 7: Students will apply properties of addition to add three numbers. They will use number relationships to add three numbers more efficiently.  We will also introduce doubles facts and review number partners for ten.  These are both great strategies for adding three addends. 

IB: 

Sharing the Planet - We are learning about animals and their offspring, how they are similar and different.  We will also learn about plants and animals and their external features that help them to survive.  

This is an exciting planner to learn all about living things and our responsibility to protect animals and our Earth.  

This week our lesson is called, “Why are polar bears white?” We will learn how animal camouflage helps prey and predators hide from one another. 

You can take Action:  You can continue to support your child’s curiosity at home!  At the end of our lesson, your child will be encouraged to go for a walk in nature to find some camouflaged animals. It is a challenge, but within your child’s reach. Parks are great places to look. One tip for this walk is to hold still and watch for movement among leaves (to find insects) or movement along the ground and trees (to find larger creatures).

Take a trip to your local library and check out some non-fiction animal books. Have those dinner conversations about how we can protect wildlife.

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Caring is our IB attribute for the month of October.

REMEMBER: 

These students show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment.

Ways to develop caring students at home: 

• Model the caring behavior you would like to see in your child all the time. Your child has big eyes and ears and notices everything you do. Using kind words, helping people without being asked, and being an active listener all show your child that you care about people. Even a simple thing, like holding a door for someone, shows your child that you are aware of others around you and want to help them.

• Think about how your family can get involved with community organizations.

*Be on the look-out all October long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Week of October 20

Upcoming Dates: 

October 13-17: Fall Break

October 28: Picture Retakes (morning only)

October 31: Fall Celebration (2:45-3:30)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week. Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• October Reading Log: Due October 31

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 47 & 48. The first rule we will learn this week is the unvoiced /th/ digraph: examples are “bath, thin, thick, cloth.” Our second spelling rule will be the  /ch/ digraph: examples are “chap, bench, check, and chin.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 3 Week 1: In our third unit, students will review being a responsible citizen.  They will identify characteristics of good citizenship such as a belief in justice, truth, equality and responsibility.  They will also identify ordinary people who exemplify good citizenship and ways students are good citizens in their community.

Math: 

Ready Math: Our first lesson Unit 2, Lesson 6 is working on teen numbers. Students will put 10 ones together to make a ten. They will put a ten and some ones together to compose a teen number. They will also work on decomposing a teen number into a ten and some ones.

IB: 

Sharing the Planet - We are learning about animals and their offspring, how they are similar and different.  We will also learn about plants and animals and their external features that help them to survive.  

This is an exciting planner to learn all about living things and our responsibility to protect animals and our Earth.  

This week we learned about animals and how their different parts help them to survive. Our lesson was called, “Why do birds have beaks?” We did an activity to learn how the shape of a bird’s beak tells you something about what that particular bird eats. 

You can take Action:You can continue to support your child’s curiosity at home! Any time you see a bird, whether on a walk or looking out the window, encourage your child to look and ask them what they think that bird might eat and why. If it’s possible, set up a bird feeder near your home. This will give you and your child frequent opportunities to observe birds together.

Take a trip to your local library and check out some non-fiction animal books. Have those dinner conversations about how we can protect wildlife.

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Caring is our IB attribute for the month of October.

I can spread joy by being kind!

REMEMBER: 

These students show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment.

Ways to develop caring students at home: 

• Model the caring behavior you would like to see in your child all the time. Your child has big eyes and ears and notices everything you do. Using kind words, helping people without being asked, and being an active listener all show your child that you care about people. Even a simple thing, like holding a door for someone, shows your child that you are aware of others around you and want to help them.

• Think about how your family can get involved with community organizations.

*Be on the look-out all October long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Caring - Book List

Week of October 6

Upcoming Dates: 

October 6-10: Anti-Bullying Week

October 8-9: Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 13-17: Fall Break

October 28: Picture Retakes (morning only)

October 31: Fall Celebration (2:45-3:30--details to be sent later)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week. Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• October Reading Log: Due October 31

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 45 & 46. The first rule we will learn this week is the /sh/ digraph: examples are “brush, dish, ship, shell.” Our second spelling rule will be the voiced /th/ digraph: examples are “this, those, them, and that.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 2 Week 3: In our second unit students will be introduced to the topic of characters in a story. They will be reminded that characters are the people and animals in the stories they read and hear. Students will meet and talk about many different kinds of characters in various stories over the next few weeks.              .

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 6: We will complete our quiz for lesson 5 at the beginning of the week and then take our Unit 1 Assessment on Thursday and Friday.

IB Planner: 

Sharing the Planet - We are learning about animals and their offspring, how they are similar and different.  We will also learn about plants and animals and their external features that help them to survive.  

This is an exciting planner to learn all about living things and our responsibility to protect animals and our Earth.  

You can take Action:

Take a trip to your local library and check out some non-fiction animal books. Have those dinner conversations about how we can protect wildlife.

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Caring is our IB attribute for the month of October.

REMEMBER: 

These students show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment.

Ways to develop caring students at home: 

• Model the caring behavior you would like to see in your child all the time. Your child has big eyes and ears and notices everything you do. Using kind words, helping people without being asked, and being an active listener all show your child that you care about people. Even a simple thing, like holding a door for someone, shows your child that you are aware of others around you and want to help them.

• Think about how your family can get involved with community organizations.

*Be on the look-out all October long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Caring - Book List

Week of September 29

Upcoming Dates: 

October 3: Run Prize Day

October 8-9: Parent Teacher Conferences (details from your student's teacher)

October 13-17: Fall Break

October 24: 🎃Monster Mash 5-7pm

Important Information:

Homework Bags/ Book Baggies are going home each week. Please take care of these and return them to school every day.  You will find your child's Clever Badge on his/her book baggie (Trujillo and Shoemaker) or Take Home Folder (Youngberg). Please make sure to send your students book back to school each day.

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week. Last week I attached your child's clever badge to their book bag and you can scan that to login in. Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words each night. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• September Reading Log: After reading for 15 minutes a night have your student color in a leaf. On September 30th sign the sheet and send it back with your student. 

Literacy: 

UFLI Phonics: Lesson 43 & 44- Our first spelling pattern will focus on short vowels followed by double l; words like in “call, small, doll, troll, and pull” . The second spelling pattern will be the -ck rule: examples are “deck, trick, hack, puck, and block.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 2 Week 2: In our second unit students will be introduced to the topic of characters in a story. They will be reminded that characters are the people and animals in the stories they read and hear. Students will meet and talk about many different kinds of characters in various stories over the next few weeks                .

Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 5:  We will start lesson 5 in this lesson, students will understand and solve addition and subtraction word problems up to 10.

IB: 

Sharing the Planet - We are learning about animals and their offspring, how they are similar and different.  We will also learn about plants and animals and their external features that help them to survive.  

This is an exciting planner to learn all about living things and our responsibility to protect animals and our Earth.  

You can take Action:

Take a trip to your local library and check out some non-fiction animal books. Have those dinner conversations about how we can protect wildlife.

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month of September.

REMEMBER: 

These students understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for themselves and others. They recognize their interdependence with other people and within the world in which they live.

*Be on the look-out all September long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Balanced - Book List

Picture Books about Being Well-Balanced and Harmonious

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month of October.

REMEMBER: 

These students show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment.

Ways to develop caring students at home: 

• Model the caring behavior you would like to see in your child all the time. Your child has big eyes and ears and notices everything you do. Using kind words, helping people without being asked, and being an active listener all show your child that you care about people. Even a simple thing, like holding a door for someone, shows your child that you are aware of others around you and want to help them.

• Think about how your family can get involved with community organizations.

*Be on the look-out all October long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Caring - Book List

Week of September 22

Upcoming Dates: 

September 22: Teacher work day (no school)

September 26: Run Donations are due

October 3: Run Prize Day

October 6-10: Anti-Bullying Week

October 7: PTO Meeting 6pm (Library)

October 8-9: Parent Teacher Conferences (details to follow)

October 13-17: Fall Break

Important Information:

Homework Bags/ Book Baggies are going home each week. Please take care of these and return them to school every day.  You will find your child's Clever Badge on his/her book baggie (Trujillo and Shoemaker) or Take Home Folder (Youngberg).

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week. Last week I attached your child's clever badge to their book bag and you can scan that to login in. Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• Sight Words: These are in your students book bags. Please practice these words no more than 3-5 minutes each night. 

• Just Right Books: Your child should be reading through their book from their book baggie each night. 

• September Reading Log: After reading for 15 minutes a night, have your student color in a leaf. On September 30th sign the sheet and send it back with your student. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 41 & 42- Our first spelling pattern will focus on short vowel review; Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like in “cat, hen, rut, bit, and lot” . The second spelling pattern will be the F,L,S,Z rule: examples are “buzz, will, pass, and stuff.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 2 Week 1: In our second unit students will be introduced to the topic of characters in a story. They will be reminded that characters are the people and animals in the stories they read and hear. Students will meet and talk about many different kinds of characters in various stories over the next few weeks.     

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Math: 

Ready Math: Lesson 4 & 5: We will have our quiz  for lesson 4 and then start lesson 5. In lesson 5, students will understand and solve addition and subtraction word problems up to 10.

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time - We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen. Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do. 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month of September.

These students understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for themselves and others. They recognize their interdependence with other people and within the world in which they live.

*Be on the look-out all September long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Balanced - Book List

Picture Books about Being Well-Balanced and Harmonious

Week of September 15

Upcoming Dates: 

September 19: Rock Ridge Run (teachers will give shirts out on Friday)

September 22: Teacher work day (no school)

October 8 & 9: Parent Teacher Conferences (details to follow)

September 26: Rock Ridge Run Donations Due

Important Information:

Homework Bags/ Book Baggies are going home this week. Please take care of these and return them to school every day.  You will find your child's Clever Badge on his/her book baggie (Trujillo and Shoemaker) or Take Home Folder (Youngberg).  

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework: 

• i-Ready: In 1st grade we ask that your student work on 1 i-Ready reading and 1 i-Ready math lesson 4 nights a week. Last week I attached your child's clever badge to their book bag and you can scan that to login in. Each of the lessons will be at your student’s own level so please have them try their best to work through them independently. To find more help on getting to Clever go to Resources->I-Ready

• September Reading Log: For every 15 minutes your student reads they should color in 1 . On September 30 please send it back signed to school with your student. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 39 & 40- Our first spelling pattern will focus on short u; Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like in “cut, hub, and bus” . The second spelling pattern will be short e: Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like “leg, bet, and hen.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 1 Week 3- In our first unit we will be learning all about living things and how they change and grow.

Math: 

Ready: Lesson 3/4: We will have the quiz for Lesson 3 this week, then we will begin Lesson 4. In Lesson 4, students will use known addition problems to help them subtract.

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time - We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen. Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do. 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month 

of September.

REMEMBER: 

These students understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for themselves and others. They recognize their interdependence with other people and within the world in which they live.

*Be on the look-out all September long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

 Balanced - Book List

Picture Books about Being Well-Balanced and Harmonious

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

Hispanic Heritage Month in 2025 runs from September 15 to October 15, with the theme "Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future". For elementary students, you can honor this month by exploring the rich histories and cultures of people from Spain, Central America, South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean through age-appropriate activities, focusing on contributions to art, music, science, and community.

Book List:

1. "Abuela" by Arthur Dorros
   A sweet story about a girl and her grandmother exploring New York City while sharing Spanish words and cultural moments.

2. "My Name is Celia / Me llamo Celia" by Monica Brown
   A bilingual biography of the famous Cuban-American singer Celia Cruz, celebrating her life and music.

3. "Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story" by Kevin Noble Maillard
   Though focused on Native American heritage, it’s a great multicultural read connecting food and tradition relevant to many Hispanic communities too.

4. "Waiting for the Biblioburro" by Monica Brown
   A story inspired by the real-life librarian who brings books to rural Colombian children on donkeys.

5. "Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match / Marisol McDonald no combina" by Monica Brown
   Celebrates cultural identity and diversity through a spirited Peruvian-American girl.

6. "César: ¡Sí, Se Puede! Yes, We Can!" by Carmen T. Bernier-Grand
   A poetic biography of labor leader César Chávez, emphasizing perseverance and justice.

7. "Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You" by Sonia Sotomayor
   Written by the Supreme Court Justice, this book encourages children to embrace differences and ask questions.

8. "Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes" by Roseanne Greenfield Thong
   A colorful introduction to shapes through Latino culture and food.

Source

What it offers / Why it’s useful

National Museum of the American Latino – Hispanic Heritage Month Resources

Virtual exhibits, bilingual materials, stories of Latino achievement, background info, and classroom‐friendly guides. (National Museum of the American Latino)

MAEC, Inc. – Hispanic Heritage Month Resources

A curated collection of books, videos, lesson plans and family/student‐friendly materials. (MAEC)

We Are Teachers – 24 Fun Activities To Honor Hispanic Heritage Month

Printables, crafts, cooking, country studies, music/art ideas. Good for K‐5. (We Are Teachers)

Flocabulary – Activities and lessons to celebrate in the classroom

Videos + lessons about individual figures, traditions, music, arts. Engaging multimedia. (The Flocabulary Blog)

Education Northwest – Latinx Heritage Month Teaching Resources to Use All Year Long

Lessons that are usable year‐round, not just during the Month; includes art, literature, history, civil rights. (Education Northwest)

Waterford – 15 Classroom Activities, Books, and Historical Figures

Good mix of book suggestions, craft ideas, historical figures to spotlight, bite‐size daily lessons. (Waterford.org)

Week of September 8

Upcoming Dates: 

September 9: 👟Rock Ridge Run Kickoff

September 19: 👟Rock Ridge Run

September 22: Teacher work day (no school)

Important Information:

Each day your student will bring home a take home folder. It will have important information as well as classwork. Please make sure to check the folder each day and return it each morning to school. 

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Ms. Youngberg: Spanish

Homework: 

• September Reading Log: After reading for 15 minutes a night have your student color in a leaf. On September 30th sign the sheet and send it back with your student. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 36 & 37- Our first spelling pattern will be short i: Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like “sip, lip, and hit.” Our second spelling pattern will focus on short o; Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like in “hop”, “lot” and “dot”.  Here is the link to the UFLI Parent Resource Hub if you would like more information on how to help your child with reading. 

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 1 Week 2- In our first unit we will be learning all about living things and how they change and grow.

Math: 

iReady: Lesson 2 & 3: We will finish lesson 2 and take our quiz at the beginning of the week and start Unit 1 lesson 3 after. Students will count on to add and count back to subtract.

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time - We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen. Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do. 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month of September.

REMEMBER: 

These students understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for themselves and others. They recognize their interdependence with other people and within the world in which they live.

*Be on the look-out all September long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Balanced - Book List

Picture Books about Being Well-Balanced and Harmonious

Week of September 1 

Upcoming Dates: 

September 1: Labor Day (no school)

September 19: Rock Ridge Run

Important Information:

Birthday Treat Policy: 

Rock Ridge Elementary Birthday Treat Policy

Due to the high number of students with severe food allergies and special dietary concerns and Rock Ridge’s emphasis on health and wellness, birthday celebrations may not include food. Please save birthday cakes and cupcakes for your home celebration.

We realize many parents like to do something special in school for their child’s birthday. We’d like to suggest you consider donating a small gift to your child’s classroom. This donation from your child might be an educational game, a book for the class library, a ball to be used on the playground, or a pencil for each student in the room.  Classroom teachers also have a variety of activities for birthday celebrations designed to make birthday children feel special.

Another option is to donate a book to the library. Rock Ridge will place inside the book a recognition note of who donated the book and the date.  Check with Laura Keller lkeller@dcsdk12.org  more details.

All birthdays will be announced daily.  In addition, children will receive a birthday gift from the office. 

Also, if your child has a summer birthday, we will celebrate it sometime in May.  Please DO NOT send birthday invitations to school with your child.  This often causes hurt feelings if not all students are invited. 

i-Ready Diagnostic: We will continue our beginning of year I-Ready Diagnostics. Please ensure that your student is on time for school, well rested, and has had a good breakfast. If your child does not have a pair of headphones at school, please send them with your student on Monday as they will need them for the diagnostic.

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Music

Mrs. Trujillo: Spanish

Ms. Youngberg: Art

Homework: 

• September Reading Log: For every 15 minutes your student reads they should color in 1 . On September 30 please send it back signed to school with your student. 

Literacy: 

UFLI: Lesson 35 and 36- Our first spelling pattern will focus on short a; Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like in “cap”, “man” and “sat”. The second spelling pattern will be short i: Consonant Vowel Consonant (CVC) words like “sip, lip, and hit.”

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Unit 1 Week 1- In our first unit we will be learning all about living things and how they change and grow.

Math: 

iReady: Lesson 2: This week students will be working on Unit 1 lesson 2. Students will solve word problems that involve adding or subtracting numbers up to 10 to solve word problems

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time - We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen.  Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do. 

School-wide I.B. Learner Profile of the month:

Balanced is our IB attribute for the month of September.

BALANCED is our IB Learner Attribute for the month of September.

REMEMBER: 

These students understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for themselves and others. They recognize their interdependence with other people and within the world in which they live.

*Be on the look-out all September long for outstanding examples of the IB PYP Learner Profile Trait*

Balanced - Book List

Picture Books about Being Well-Balanced and Harmonious

Week of August 25

Take Home Folder:

Each day your student will bring home a take home folder. It will have important information as well as classwork. Please make sure to check the folder each day and return it each morning to school. 

Breakfast: 

If your student is getting breakfast please take them to the cafeteria/recess doors and drop them off. Students will not be sent to the cafeteria from the classroom.

Important Information:

i-Ready Diagnostic: Our beginning of year i-Ready diagnostic will start on Tuesday, August 26. Please ensure that your student is on time for school, well rested, and has had a good breakfast. If your child does not have a pair of headphones at school please send them with your student on Monday as they will need them for the diagnostic.

Upcoming Dates: 

August 26: Hearing and Vision

August 27: Picture Day

August 29:  National College Colors Day

September 1: Labor Day (No School)

September 19: RRE Run

September 22: No School (PD Day)

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Spanish

Mrs. Trujillo: Art

Ms. Youngberg: Music

Homework:

August Reading Log: For every 15 minutes your student reads they should color in 1 apple. On August 30 please send it signed, back to school with your student. 

Literacy: 

Phonics: UFLI Launch

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Launch

Math: 

iReady: Lesson 1: Number Partners for 10. Identify number partners for 10. Find the missing number partners for 10 and connect equations to models of number partners for 10.

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time - We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen.  Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do.

Week of August 18

Upcoming Dates: 

August 18-22: No Bus

August 19: PTO Meeting (In library 6-7)

August 21: Back to School BBQ (5:00-7:00)

August 22: All About Me Bags Due

August 26: Hearing and Vision Screening

August 27: Picture Day

Homework: 

All About Me Bags-This information is coming home in your students take home folder. Please send it back to school next Friday. 

Specials:

Mrs. Shoemaker: Art

Mrs. Trujillo: Music

Mrs. Youngberg: Spanish

Literacy: 

Phonics: UFLI Launch

Benchmark Readers Workshop: Launch

Math: 

iReady: Launch

IB: 

Where We Are in Place and Time -  We are learning about what it means to be a responsible citizen.  Have those dinner conversations about what good citizens do.